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Lt. Dan
12th April 2010, 06:43
Figured that we had enough people in this area who beat on their cars in an enthusiastic manner, that we needed a thread for our exploits!!!
Lt. Dan
12th April 2010, 06:49
Spent the majority of the day yesterday at FedEx field!
First was the AI event, where I ran STS "non-comp". First two runs were on my current tire setup(Dunlops front, kumhos back), and the results were the same as the previous event. After the second run though, Ian Baker let me borrow a set of his RE-11s! After a quick tire change, I went out for my final two runs!!! Immediately, the car felt different. The violent wheel hop at the start was gone, steady state grip was up, and I could get on and off the gas at will!!! It showed in the times as well, with a NOTICEABLE drop! I finished the day with a 64.5xx, which would have been good enough for first in STS if I was competing.
After that, I went over to the Level 2 school to help out and get a few more runs... That was actually pretty helpful, because it allowed me to do some pretty crazy adjustments to the car, and see how it responded... Definitely going to put some of that knowledge to use next weekend!!!
Now where are those 'stones I ordered... hmm...
EMRA's Wreckerboy
12th April 2010, 08:10
Spent the day finishing details on the SSM car for the first race of the season in two weeks on 4/24 at Summit Point. It's nice to see the last little items on the checklist on the windshield getting checked off after two months of part time work. That, and the flow of boxes via Fed Ex and UPS has at last slowed to a crawl.
So far I've renewed the brakes (calipers, rotors, pads, fluid); changed the engine, trans, and diff oil; replaced the front hubs and installed new wheel studs on that end; done the annual plug, wires, and air cleaner replacement; installed a new fuel filter; mounted the new tires and remounted the old ones; scaled and aligned the thing; gotten paint and body panels; new numbers; and had it dyno'd and sealed. The there is all the work done getting the van and trailer ready for the upcoming season. It's not referred to as "winter" at my house so much as "the time to spend money on the car without actually driving it season."
All that's left to make it race ready is a thorough nut and bolting which will start tonight. The advantage of running the same car for years is that I have a good expectation of what will tend to loosen and what won't. Sadly, a few projects that I had planned for it over the winter (new fire system, right side window net, modify the filler neck, and repaint the floor and the trunk) have not happened yet, but will over the next few weeks.
Weekend Warrior
12th April 2010, 08:17
All that's left to make it race ready is a thorough nut and bolting which will start with the loose nut behind the steering wheel....
That's a good place to start Rob..:D
milkmandan
12th April 2010, 09:49
http://hphotos-sjc1.fbcdn.net/hs405.snc3/24532_558055265786_17500387_32519473_4852611_n.jpg
Spent all weekend putting in the cage for our East Coast Miata Challenge car, next up is brakes and exhaust!
hepcatz
12th April 2010, 11:27
Getting ready for the NCCBMW event this Saturday. It'll be my first time at Waldorf. Ok, that actually means doing nothing as I just toss in my 5 gal ax supply bucket into the car the night before! Hopefully this year I'll pick up a 2nd so I do some track as well.
joenationwide
12th April 2010, 12:12
Spent the majority of the day yesterday at FedEx field!
First was the AI event, where I ran STS "non-comp". First two runs were on my current tire setup(Dunlops front, kumhos back), and the results were the same as the previous event. After the second run though, Ian Baker let me borrow a set of his RE-11s! After a quick tire change, I went out for my final two runs!!! Immediately, the car felt different. The violent wheel hop at the start was gone, steady state grip was up, and I could get on and off the gas at will!!! It showed in the times as well, with a NOTICEABLE drop! I finished the day with a 64.5xx, which would have been good enough for first in STS if I was competing.
After that, I went over to the Level 2 school to help out and get a few more runs... That was actually pretty helpful, because it allowed me to do some pretty crazy adjustments to the car, and see how it responded... Definitely going to put some of that knowledge to use next weekend!!!
Now where are those 'stones I ordered... hmm...
Damn! How much faster were the RE11s? I guess I need to throw my Star Specs on soon to keep up!
EMRA's Wreckerboy
12th April 2010, 14:01
That's a good place to start Rob..:D
:golfclap: Well played, sir. Jean approves too!
BeerBurner
12th April 2010, 14:14
I'll be at Summit Point with NASA this weekend. Just DE'ing, tho... they don't pay me enough to get competitive!
BB.
Weekend Warrior
12th April 2010, 14:18
Stop by Weekend Warrior Racing at Gasoline Alley Garage #3. We should be there. If not we will be in the paddock across from the gas pump with the 40' gooseneck and 2 WWR cars. We are kicking King Rat out of their spot!:D
BeerBurner
12th April 2010, 14:21
I'll try and find ya!
BB.
Claff
12th April 2010, 16:01
I ran STR for the first time yesterday at FedEx. Brought the 99 on RE01Rs that are probably just about kaput. Started out with pressures too high and the car was really tail happy. I looped it in the slalom coming down the hill on my first run, that was fun. After that I kept taking air out of tires and getting faster with my best run being a 68.05ish. That, I think should have me fifth out of nine or ten in STR and I'm happy with that.
After running at Bowie for the first couple times out this year I forgot just how awesome it is that we get to play at FedEx. Last time out at Bowie (CDC) the fast guys were turning times around 34 seconds, that's not enough time to get your mind in the game before it's already over. Yesterday's course was just awesome, flowed well, lots of fast bits and not too many really slow bits.
I'm really looking forward to seeing how the Waldorf AI event is going to work. It's pricier but with eight runs over the course of the day there shouldn't be any excuses when we leave. I'd have gladly cracked open the wallet for four more runs on yesterday's course.
Dan, I'm definitely unhooking the rear sway before taking the 99 out again, and I imagine I'll be taking one or both cars for alignments (York?) before too long. And I'm just about to head out the door to pick up my freshly-mounted RE11s. I imagine there should be more than a little improvement in my future, although it'$ co$ting me more than I ever imagined I'd $pend to go autocro$$ing to get there.
NAautoxer
12th April 2010, 16:06
Stop by Weekend Warrior Racing at Gasoline Alley Garage #3. We should be there. If not we will be in the paddock across from the gas pump with the 40' gooseneck and 2 WWR cars. We are kicking King Rat out of their spot!:D
can we join the kicking out revolution?
joenationwide
12th April 2010, 17:15
I imagine I'll be taking one or both cars for alignments (York?) before too long. And I'm just about to head out the door to pick up my freshly-mounted RE11s. I imagine there should be more than a little improvement in my future, although it'$ co$ting me more than I ever imagined I'd $pend to go autocro$$ing to get there.
Mod the driver not the car. :D You don't need to spend a fortune on the car at this point. Moxnix and I have bone stock engines/drivetrains. You can do fine on old tires, I'm running Dan's old RE01Rs that he got from a guy that got em from Ian Baker. True, I will be mounting some Star Specs soon, but my first 5 years of autox I ran crap tires and learned to drive around them.
But getting the alignment is a very good idea. Check the thread on STS setups in the Performance Driving sub-forum to get a good alignment baseline. Maximize the potential of those tires!
Ride-a-longs help too. You're welcome to ride with me during an event if you want.
joenationwide
12th April 2010, 17:16
I'll be at Summit Point with NASA this weekend. Just DE'ing, tho... they don't pay me enough to get competitive!
BB.
I'll be there too! Red E36 M3 with LTW flags on it. Instructing and running Time Trial-TTC! :jump:
Weekend Warrior
12th April 2010, 17:27
can we join the kicking out revolution?
Depends, I haven't heard back from LWSH.....:rolleyes:
Lt. Dan
12th April 2010, 17:52
Damn! How much faster were the RE11s? I guess I need to throw my Star Specs on soon to keep up!
the re-11's where a LOT faster.. I think the Miata is just too light to build heat in the Kumhos over 4 runs.... I was able to take a few runs back to back on a course later in the day, and after about the fourth run, with approx. 1 minute breaks in between, the rear got planted, and the car did started to act like it did on the RE-11s...
Who knows what the Kumhos would be like later this summer, but right now they just aren't a good match for my car. Glad I orded the RE-11's though!!!
NAautoxer
12th April 2010, 18:59
Depends, I haven't heard back from LWSH.....:rolleyes:
i have a hammock!
Weekend Warrior
12th April 2010, 19:54
going to take that long? Do I need a whip?
Night Drives
12th April 2010, 19:55
I had a good time at the AI event yesterday, nice meeting some of you. I felt I did alright for my first event since last July or so. I think my best was a 67.something, but with a plus 2. I know for sure where I hit one, not sure about the other. Fun course though, I forgot how much fun FedEx is.
I signed up for the WDCR event this weekend, and the next AI one at Waldorf.
Claff
12th April 2010, 19:58
Mod the driver not the car. :D You don't need to spend a fortune on the car at this point.
I hear what you're saying, but this little shopping spree is just trying to reduce the number of excuses I have to fall back on before finally admitting that some people are just plain better than me at this. I know for a fact that I'm out of the 'big' spendy stuff business on my two cars; suspension, tires, etc... they're as good as they're going to be. At some point we'll be doing suspension on Kate's car since the body roll that shows up in pictures of it in action is kinda comical.
As for modding this driver, there will be some SCCA autocross schools in my future.
LittleWhiteShineyHood
12th April 2010, 20:15
going to take that long? Do I need a whip?
No Whipping here!
joenationwide
13th April 2010, 16:01
the re-11's where a LOT faster.. I think the Miata is just too light to build heat in the Kumhos over 4 runs.... I was able to take a few runs back to back on a course later in the day, and after about the fourth run, with approx. 1 minute breaks in between, the rear got planted, and the car did started to act like it did on the RE-11s...
Who knows what the Kumhos would be like later this summer, but right now they just aren't a good match for my car. Glad I orded the RE-11's though!!!
Dan you want to codrive at the NE Divisionals?
http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/AJXES0ET3oq0FUj2ElBxYzh3j0J-EDQBvPDGKos20QdTJpkhW52ya5Lw9wLSyu0oSu6w629NGQBpMT U06akO5V7kncUhinPUvq4kqQ/2010%20Results/2010-04-11_FinalResults.pdf
Here's the results.
Lt. Dan
13th April 2010, 19:53
Dan you want to codrive at the NE Divisionals?
http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/AJXES0ET3oq0FUj2ElBxYzh3j0J-EDQBvPDGKos20QdTJpkhW52ya5Lw9wLSyu0oSu6w629NGQBpMT U06akO5V7kncUhinPUvq4kqQ/2010%20Results/2010-04-11_FinalResults.pdf
Here's the results.
Sure!
Wow, I hope I can duplicate those results this weekend!
Claff
13th April 2010, 20:27
I just switched my WDCR season subscription from STS to STR.
Weekend Warrior
15th April 2010, 23:52
No Whipping here!
sponsored by? "My Wonderful Husband's Wallet" and Weekend Warrior Racing?
NAautoxer
16th April 2010, 05:29
you have sticker, we have space. :D
Lt. Dan
16th April 2010, 06:14
I just switched my WDCR season subscription from STS to STR.
Why? Plan on putting a Torsen in the car? Other mods?
moxnix
16th April 2010, 06:52
Why? Plan on putting a Torsen in the car? Other mods?
See his sig.
2005 Black Mica Mazdaspeed MX-5 / 1999 Brilliant Black Miata Sport / 1990 White/BRG Miata / 1993 Classic White Miata
Lt. Dan
16th April 2010, 07:04
Yeah but he's got all the fun stuff on the white '90....
Lt. Dan
16th April 2010, 08:01
Car is in the shop gettin' shoes and an alignment!
http://i713.photobucket.com/albums/ww139/ltdan12a/newtires.jpg
MazdaSC
16th April 2010, 09:24
Yeah but he's got all the fun stuff on the white '90....
I think he believes that he stands a better chance in STR than against the talent in STS.
LittleWhiteShineyHood
16th April 2010, 13:57
sponsored by? "My Wonderful Husband's Wallet" and Weekend Warrior Racing?
WWR - Yes, I know, I never put anything in that box before. Figured NA should be first since he's the first that worked on it. Don't worry - I'll add ya next time!
Weekend Warrior
16th April 2010, 14:54
If you have a HP printer cartridge # 14 Black, that will be your fine....... Bring it with you.
BeerBurner
16th April 2010, 16:32
Well, here (http://members.rennlist.org/bcbarrows/miatareadyforsummit.jpg) is what I'll look like this weekend. Whether you see me in the paddock, I'm holding you up in traffic or I'm upside-down in a tire wall, please stop by and say "Hi!"
BB.
Claff
16th April 2010, 20:31
I think he believes that he stands a better chance in STR than against the talent in STS.
Yeah, it's the competition. I know where I'll wind up in STS and it's not encouraging. That's not saying that I'd fare any better in STR but at least in STR there aren't any dedicated ground-up race car builds doing battle with my daily driver. I can finish 5th in either class but in STR I might only be a couple seconds behind the leader, while in STS I'll be eleven.
There are some other Cheapskate Roadster club members in STR, all rookies like me, and I'm looking forward to seeing how we all gain skill and speed as the season goes on.
Plus, on the big ol lot at FedEx, that 99 is just too fun. The 90 is a great autocrosser, but sometimes I think going without power steering isn't that hot a setup. Once I tweak the 99 a little more I think it'll be pretty good, for as relatively untweaked a car as it is.
Doubleheader this weekend! Running with the BMW club in Waldorf tomorrow, driving Kate's MSM on the RE11s. Hope they build in lots of stretches where I can B0000ST. Then it's back home, put those tires on the 99 and gear up for FedEx on Sunday afternoon.
MazdaSC
16th April 2010, 20:43
With 14 cars in STR this weekend 5th won't come easily and the fastest cars in STR aren't likely to be much more than a second behind Ian. 2 from the top six were at the AI event.
NAautoxer
16th April 2010, 22:55
just got back from dropping the sled off at the track. we ride at dawn.
Night Drives
16th April 2010, 23:54
I'll be in STR on Sunday. And there's another NA signed up ... it will be a battle for 14th place! haha
MazdaSC
17th April 2010, 01:12
I'll be in STR on Sunday. And there's another NA signed up ... it will be a battle for 14th place! haha
Don't count yourself out the guy in the other NA was at his first ever autocross at FedEx for the practice event and didn't finish last and actually finished mid-pack at AI.
Lt. Dan
17th April 2010, 08:28
Car is ready for tomorrow!!! new tires.... are grippy :D
vtbandit
17th April 2010, 13:40
There are 7 miata drivers in ES registered for Sunday. I'm hoping to put what I learned at the York Automotive dyno day to good use and have a good PAX finish.
Claff
17th April 2010, 17:50
BMW club did a good job with the Waldorf Blue Crabs lot. I spent quite a bit of time on the MSM's rev limiter and got down to 43.9. Only saw one of the three other entrants in the X3 class present so unless the others materialized for the afternoon session after I left, I could be staring down a top-two finish.
hepcatz
17th April 2010, 19:05
Here's my vids from today with NCCBMW.
http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmchin#grid/user/8E9E4A721E01666B
Jim got a 43.4 in x4 in the rolla which was good. I couldn't get below 47 (until the fun runs), guess not used to bigger courses Had 4 fun runs afterwards.
Kate in MD
17th April 2010, 21:05
Here's my vids from today with NCCBMW.
http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmchin#grid/user/8E9E4A721E01666B
Jim got a 43.4 in x4 in the rolla which was good. I couldn't get below 47 (until the fun runs), guess not used to bigger courses Had 4 fun runs afterwards.
That really sucked that you guys got fun runs and we didn't considering there was almost 2 hours between our finishing and your start. If we had known that, we would have gone with the afternoon session.
Lt. Dan
17th April 2010, 21:08
That really sucked that you guys got fun runs and we didn't considering there was almost 2 hours between our finishing and your start. If we had known that, we would have gone with the afternoon session.
That's one of those trade-offs when it comes to registering for an autocross.... Morning session means you get to have the rest of the day to do other stuff... Afternoon means you get to sleep in, and might get a shot at some fun runs afterwards!!!
hepcatz
18th April 2010, 10:28
Yeah, most clubs will do them at the end. I agree there was a lot of time between AM & PM, I guess that helps people get food since they provide no food and due to two registrations/techs.
Claff
19th April 2010, 00:24
Well Sunday was a day best forgotten. I'm still dizzy from my little oopsie on my last run.
We'll try again in a couple weeks. Can't get much worse!
Lt. Dan
19th April 2010, 06:03
Yup, yesterday was not a very productive day for me... LOL.... The lot was partially re-sealed, resulting in a feeling of driving on ice... Tire spin, lock up on braking, steering feedback, all of these were enigmas!!! LMAO!!!! If you're a very smooth driver, you were fast, but I'm pretty agressive, and just couldn't wrap my head around the conditions yesterday.... Got BEAT in my own car!!!
MazdaSC
19th April 2010, 09:49
I didn't fair much better in the end, finally put together a decent run and picked up the very last cone on the course. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFfio8iHrc8
joenationwide
19th April 2010, 10:08
the re-11's where a LOT faster.. I think the Miata is just too light to build heat in the Kumhos over 4 runs.... I was able to take a few runs back to back on a course later in the day, and after about the fourth run, with approx. 1 minute breaks in between, the rear got planted, and the car did started to act like it did on the RE-11s...
Who knows what the Kumhos would be like later this summer, but right now they just aren't a good match for my car. Glad I orded the RE-11's though!!!
Yup, yesterday was not a very productive day for me... LOL.... The lot was partially re-sealed, resulting in a feeling of driving on ice... Tire spin, lock up on braking, steering feedback, all of these were enigmas!!! LMAO!!!! If you're a very smooth driver, you were fast, but I'm pretty agressive, and just couldn't wrap my head around the conditions yesterday.... Got BEAT in my own car!!!
Wha? They re-sealed the lot? Who co-drove with you? What were the results? Sucks I had to miss the event, but NASA MA Summit POint was the same weekend.
moxnix
19th April 2010, 10:11
Answering for DAn becuase it is more fun to answer questions to other people.
Yes parts of it.
Faststeak.
Greg O, Ian, John V, moxnix?
WhiteSSP
19th April 2010, 10:50
Just finished my first HPDE at Summit Point in my miata. I had a BLAST out there. Got solo'ed for my last two sessions on Sunday, and was told to move to HPDE2 next time I do Summit Main.
So I'll be running HPDE 2 for Hyperfest :)
NAautoxer
19th April 2010, 11:27
nice! we were there. carrie was instrucint a 1 and a 2 student. what car were you driving? we were hanging in the Weekend Warrior pits next to the gas pumps. we had like 4-5 white miatas there.
WhiteSSP
19th April 2010, 11:41
The ugly red miata with yellow bondo/primer on the drivers side. Number 14 in DE1
http://www.catesracing.com/flp/nasa/2010events/2010_april_sp/hpde1/IMG_5403.JPG
http://www.catesracing.com/flp/nasa/2010events/2010_april_sp/hpde1/IMG_2954.JPG
I had a blast. My instructor is a friend of mine (Brett Baker) and he solo'ed me after my 1st session on sunday because I was doing so well. Told me that I should sign up for HPDE2 next time I come to Summit Main, which I was super psyched about. I was there with the All Aspects Motorsports guys. We had 3 other miata's with us, including my friend Vincent Conte who is a new instructor and just got signed off for TT with his red supercharged 1.8 car.
BeerBurner
19th April 2010, 11:42
Hey, you were parked about 100 feet from me. :)
Glad you had fun!
BB.
WhiteSSP
19th April 2010, 11:47
Had a blast. Got a little worried that I was going to miss my last session when it started to get cloudy later in the day on Sunday, but no rain came down and I got to learn how to go past my braking limits on T1 and T10 haha.
NAautoxer
19th April 2010, 13:09
nice. i saw you out there. tires screaming through t10. hehee.
joenationwide
19th April 2010, 13:28
Hey, you were parked about 100 feet from me. :)
Glad you had fun!
BB.
Had a blast. Got a little worried that I was going to miss my last session when it started to get cloudy later in the day on Sunday, but no rain came down and I got to learn how to go past my braking limits on T1 and T10 haha.
nice. i saw you out there. tires screaming through t10. hehee.
NAautoxer - is your car the white one with the polished hood? Which car is yours, BB?
I was there in my E36 M3 instructing and competing in TTC. I won on Saturday, but the RRT entry beat me on Sunday.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v222/joenationwide/IMG_4949.jpg
Passed the Porsche and the LSX Vorshlag M3!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v222/joenationwide/IMG_4284.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v222/joenationwide/IMG_9116.jpg
WhiteSSP
19th April 2010, 14:08
nice. i saw you out there. tires screaming through t10. hehee.
Yeah I was trying to get all the speed I could out of it so the scion and the automatic focus wouldnt have to lift as much to let me by haha. Once I learned that the rumble strips just left of the gator was my friend, I started taking it in 4th gear instead of downshifting to third right before.
BeerBurner
19th April 2010, 14:19
Which car is yours, BB?
I was in the red #888.
BB.
NAautoxer
19th April 2010, 15:30
our car is the white miata with polished hood. :D
BeerBurner
19th April 2010, 16:33
Hey Carrie,
Thanks again for taking Chris out for that session! He's still pumped about it and spent the whole class today talking about that. Apparently he didn't get any sleep last night because he was constantly wondering what car to buy to get into this.
This is a huge about-face from the car projects he's been talking about since September so I think we have a convert on our hands. :)
BB.
LittleWhiteShineyHood
19th April 2010, 17:55
YAY! I'm glad Chris had a good time. He did some high-pitched girly squeals a couple of times, but he was great.
IT WAS GOOD TO SEE EVERYONE! Yep - Me and NAautoxer were in the white/polished hood, #16.
BB - tell Tracy thanks for the wraps - we ate them for dinner!
WhiteSSP - I saw you there! You were fast, my group 1 student did really well, so did my group 2. Hey - I'll be at HyperFest, maybe you'll be my student then!
WhiteSSP
19th April 2010, 18:17
Were you in the other black miata (white hardtop)? The driver of that one seemed to be doing really well for the tires they were on. Looked to be all-season street tires.
And thanks for the compliments. I did OK, still a few places I need to work on, and I definitely need to work on my heel-toe techniquie. Most of the times I was doing it (T5 and T1) I was lifting off the brake when I hit the gas. I tried to correct it but it was almost an involuntary thing. Thats one of the main things I need to work on next time out. That and I'd like to try to take T4 flat out with harder braking into t5 and try to take t10 a little faster.
NAautoxer
19th April 2010, 19:53
practice SAFELY on off ramps. i do every time i come home and go to work. it's natural for me now. Carrie does not heel-toe though.
tell Chris to look at maybe an E30. i know, insurance may be really expensive, but they are very durable and relatively cheap. plus they are easier for larger people to fit in..
BeerBurner
19th April 2010, 19:58
We're discussing options and I'll throw that one at him. :)
BB.
WhiteSSP
19th April 2010, 20:04
practice SAFELY on off ramps. i do every time i come home and go to work. it's natural for me now. Carrie does not heel-toe though.
tell Chris to look at maybe an E30. i know, insurance may be really expensive, but they are very durable and relatively cheap. plus they are easier for larger people to fit in..
I find that I can do it EASILY at lower level braking (IE not pressing the brake pedal as hard), but when I'm HARD on the brakes, which is basically never on the street, I lift a little bit. I was able to correct this a few times by just downshifting RIGHT before I turn in, but I'd still like to be able to do it correctly.
LittleWhiteShineyHood
19th April 2010, 22:04
WhiteSSP - I do know the concept of heel-toe, but I don't like doing it on track. Yep, we were in the black/white one. Try heel-toe on a country road, depending on if you are rolling your ankle to the gas or actually twisting your foot so that your heel is on the gas depends on where hard breaking works or not. You can actually move your pedals closer, that may help, may not.
Lt. Dan
22nd April 2010, 06:44
"Mrs. Claffe" got an AWESOME pic of the car on Sunday:
http://claffie.com/photos/100418/images/100418_01.jpg
WhiteSSP
22nd April 2010, 19:09
NAautoxer - is your car the white one with the polished hood? Which car is yours, BB?
I was there in my E36 M3 instructing and competing in TTC. I won on Saturday, but the RRT entry beat me on Sunday.
I got a few pictures of your M3 when I was out there:
http://i40.tinypic.com/214t4ih.jpg
http://i41.tinypic.com/bf4y2b.jpg
http://i40.tinypic.com/2lia3oh.jpg
joenationwide
27th April 2010, 14:58
I got a few pictures of your M3 when I was out there:
http://i40.tinypic.com/214t4ih.jpg
http://i41.tinypic.com/bf4y2b.jpg
http://i40.tinypic.com/2lia3oh.jpg
Nice! Those look better than the photos from the resident track photogs! Thanks for posting!
MazdaSC
27th April 2010, 18:31
Just looked at the entry list and we will finally have a MR2 Spyder in the mix this weekend, hopefully it is an experience driver.
WhiteSSP
28th April 2010, 22:05
Nice! Those look better than the photos from the resident track photogs! Thanks for posting!
Haha thanks. Not bad for a rebel and a borrowed 75-300 Canon lens (cheap telephoto).
Once I get some good glass, I'll be able to take some good shots. Unfortunately for me, I have too many expensive hobbies, so good glass has been a while coming :(
hepcatz
29th April 2010, 08:51
That is a cool pic.
"Mrs. Claffe" got an AWESOME pic of the car on Sunday:
http://claffie.com/photos/100418/images/100418_01.jpg
Mr.Krinkle
29th April 2010, 23:56
Anyone making the drive to the BRR Autox event in verona,va this weekend?
Lt. Dan
30th April 2010, 07:56
WDCR event on Sunday
joenationwide
30th April 2010, 08:58
WDCR event on Sunday
Its going to be David vs. Goliath vs. Goliath vs. Goliath. :eek:
Lt. Dan
30th April 2010, 16:44
Miata vs. RX-7 vs. MR2 vs. CRX in that order?
moxnix
30th April 2010, 19:13
Miata vs. RX-7 vs. MR2 vs. CRX in that order?
I would not trust Ben to show up that early and the other MR-2 canceled.
Ian was off his normal pace from last year at the last event we will have to see how this one goes.
Claff
30th April 2010, 22:07
So who peed in FedEx Field's wheaties badly enough that we get to run on the kiddie lot from now on?
moxnix
30th April 2010, 22:13
New management. New seal coat. Want to keep it looking "pretty" as long as they can.
- No seals were harmed in the making of this post.
Jake@JMU
1st May 2010, 23:09
Anyone making the drive to the BRR Autox event in verona,va this weekend?
I'll be there (along with 8-9 other Madison Motorsports drivers) in the #20 CSP Miata. Watch out for my co-driver, he's a little punk freshman who talks smack and drives almost as fast as I do :bang:
Claff
8th May 2010, 22:12
If you missed the Autocrossers Inc event in Waldorf today you missed out on a great day. Four morning runs, lunch in the stadium, then back at it for four afternoon runs. Great 50+ second course (at least for us mere mortals) with a good mix of fast bits and heavy braking using more of that big lot than I've seen used before.
The braintrust at AI are weighing the possibility of doing more days like this, and I hope they do, especially if they keep doing it in Waldorf for purely selfish reasons.
Night Drives
8th May 2010, 22:39
Yeah. It was a fun event. I like the course, and liked the setup.
HATED the wind though ... all that dust and pollen blowing across the field killed my eyes. They're still swollen.
hepcatz
15th May 2010, 18:59
Had a good time with NCBMW at Summit Point. Hree's a vid of my best time, 41.66
http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmchin#p/c/282D1426F101A743
I know lots of folks don't like running on Washington circuit but I really dig it. Big, mini-roadcourse like, fast and fun sweepers at both ends. The slippery pavement bring in an element of skill. Well run event & the fun runs afterward were nice. The scenic drive out to SP is also nice. It's too bad other clubs have dropped it from their schedules. Alan, it is good to hang out.
Claff
15th May 2010, 23:53
Yeah what a great day. Good temperatures, good roads, good event, good ride home.
I'm not a fan of the Washington Circuit but I'll withhold further judgement till I can get on it with better tires than the UHPs on the MSM. If I go to the next one there in June I'll probably try the '99 instead.
WDCR squared away whatever was possibly affecting their having their schools next weekend, so next Saturday and Sunday I'm going to be a student. Can't wait, though it means skipping an AI points event.
Weekend Warrior
16th May 2010, 00:28
Which of you was in the white NC? I was out there for a couple minutes and watched my fist Autocross
hepcatz
16th May 2010, 10:03
Lol, that was Denton slapping his car around the course. Not the smoothest but he had a good time throwing the NC around the skid pad. What did you think?
Lt. Dan
16th May 2010, 13:58
around the 1:05 mark... not a fan of how close to parked vehicles they ran the course....
Claff
16th May 2010, 15:24
Which of you was in the white NC? I was out there for a couple minutes and watched my fist Autocross
I don't know if I've seen him run before but he was absolutely wringing everything out of that car from the first run to the last of the fun runs. I was telling him about it and he said "I love this car, but I drive it like I hate it." I figured he was driving it like he already had his next set of tires waiting for him in the garage and he needed an excuse to burn off what was already on the car. Either way, he was having fun driving and we were having fun watching.
It took me six runs to finally put together a decent run since the MSM needed so much shifting to stay off the rev limiter. Unfortunately, only the first four runs counted in the standings. I wound up 5th out of 11 in class.
hepcatz
16th May 2010, 16:21
Yeah, that was the karting stuff that was not supposed to be there, they did try to adapt the course to stay away.
around the 1:05 mark... not a fan of how close to parked vehicles they ran the course....
poormxdad
19th May 2010, 07:23
Folks,
Any Autocrossing in the VA/NC/MD area the weekends of 22-23 May or 29-30 May?
Thanks,
poormxdad
moxnix
19th May 2010, 07:37
I can't answer for the NC part but as you get to the DC Area there is a bit going on.
May 23 AI @Fedex Field(D.C.)
http://www.dlbracing.com/Clubs/drivers.aspx?EventID=4253&LMID=216
May 29-30 NEDIV @Fedex Field(D.C.) (Registration closed)
http://www.dlbracing.com/Clubs/drivers.aspx?EventID=4129&LMID=139
May 29th CDC @C.D. Hylton Senior High School, Woodbridge, VA
http://www.capitaldrivingclub.com/rsvp/autox_events.php
May 30th VMSC@Virginia Motorsports Park (Petersburg, VA)
http://www.myautoevents.com/pls/mae/frmClubDetail.Show?psCLUB_ID=404
poormxdad
19th May 2010, 10:13
moxnix,
Thanks. My son motocrosses at VMP. I know it well.
poormxdad
SpeedTheory
19th May 2010, 12:23
A couple DC F125 guys and I went down to a VMSC event a month or so ago. Little competition, small lot (near the NASCAR track), but VERY nice people and smoothly run. Wouldn't hesitate to go again, and would be a GREAT place to go if you're just starting out in the sport.
It's one of the few Non-SCCA-sanctioned autocross groups I think is worth a damn.
poormxdad
19th May 2010, 15:00
Ryan,
Got a website or link you can pass me?
Thanks,
poormxdad
moxnix
19th May 2010, 15:05
http://www.vmsc.org/ (Same group I said is at VMP on the 30th)
SpeedTheory
19th May 2010, 15:15
Shawn's post about VMSC & your knowledge of VMP is why I mentioned it :). I have heard that VMP is a much better lot than the one we went to. FWIW, an H-Stock car on street tires isn't so fun ;).
hepcatz
7th June 2010, 16:03
Anyone doing anything this weekend? I'll be running with NCCBMW.
moxnix
7th June 2010, 16:04
Does RallyX at summit point count if it is not in the miata?
Lt. Dan
7th June 2010, 17:00
There is also an AI event at FedEx Field
Claff
7th June 2010, 18:01
Skipping BMW at Summit even though I'm probably 1st or 2nd in X3 class. SP is two hours or so from home and while it's not a bad trip going there (assuming running afternoon heat), the ride home can be brutal.
We're bringing the 90 and 93 to AI on Sunday.
They had that "Zoomin the Mountains of East Tennessee" event last weekend and we went. One event was a low-key autocross at Bristol Motor Speedway and I wound up winning in the '90, Kate got 3rd in her MSM. Probably won't see results remotely close to that good in a very long time running locally.
hepcatz
7th June 2010, 19:33
Hell yeah it does!
Does RallyX at summit point count if it is not in the miata?
EMRA's Wreckerboy
7th June 2010, 19:48
Does RallyX at summit point count if it is not in the miata?
Does it count if it was limited to adventures at T5 this past weekend?
<---- will be scraping mud off the car for a while.
moxnix
7th June 2010, 22:19
Hell yeah it does!
If the NCCBMW event is out at Summit you should stop by the orchard and see what is going on if you have some free time. Since this is a national event I don't know if you can do ride alongs but it can still be fun to watch.
hepcatz
12th June 2010, 19:06
So I had my first major off today. SP Washington circuit with NCCBMW. Started raining heavily and when I hit the new sealant at the top sweeper, mentally I was turning and heading back up the straight, physically I was sliding sideways up the grassy hill...lol. No damage other than lots of mud everywhere. Managed to get back to tarmac from the wet grass and head to pit area. Thought that was a perfect opportunity to call it a day.
MazdaSC
13th June 2010, 21:47
Well John no one can say you weren't pushing it hard enough, but that is exactly why I gave up on Summit Point, seen too many cars in the dirt there.
moxnix
13th June 2010, 21:53
I got a little into the dirt at summit this weekend also.
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_D_WmFf7Gbkk/TBUusiaI8vI/AAAAAAAAAfk/J9wZtIAhKwM/s800/Rally-X%204-%20National%20Event%20018.jpg
Claff
13th June 2010, 22:32
I got my first win today, except I wasn't driving. Aure and I shared my '90 and he wound up winning STS at FedEx today with AI. I was 2nd, about two seconds back. We had his tires (Toyo Proxes) and his camera and looking at his runs compared to mine I can see where I'm losing time.
At first blush it kinda stinks to get beat by your own car, but on the other hand it was very cool seeing someone making my car do what I didn't think it could do. It's also nice to know I don't have to spend any more money on the car till I can find those two seconds behind the wheel.
Fun course at FedEx's big lot, as always. The sealer wasn't nearly as treacherous as it was last time here (35 degree temperature difference probably played a role here). No complaints except for the sunburn.
hepcatz
14th June 2010, 10:44
Aha but you planned on being in the dirt! =) maybe I just wanted to come over to say hi? This view is the clean side...
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/irish44j/autocross%20random%20pics/NCC%20Autocross%2012June10%20Summit%20Point/DSCN6537.jpg
I got a little into the dirt at summit this weekend also.
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_D_WmFf7Gbkk/TBUusiaI8vI/AAAAAAAAAfk/J9wZtIAhKwM/s800/Rally-X%204-%20National%20Event%20018.jpg
echan
18th June 2010, 08:11
Capital Driving Club is adding a new event to the schedule.
The first event at the new lot will be
Saturday July 3rd
James Wood HS
161 Apple Pie Ridge Road
Winchester, VA 22603-4309.
This site is a very large lot and should be worth the drive. We will add the event to the reservation system shortly.
More events at James Wood will follow.
hepcatz
18th June 2010, 09:27
Thanks Ed, I'll be there!
Claff
6th July 2010, 12:48
http://www.claffie.com/photos/vac.jpg
Who's up for this?
http://www.tidewatersportscarclub.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=56&Itemid=203
TMetzinger
6th July 2010, 12:54
Who's up for this?
http://www.tidewatersportscarclub.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=56&Itemid=203
Hmm I've got KISS tickets for Saturday night but might come down for the Sunday to watch.
Lt. Dan
6th July 2010, 15:10
I need to get clarification from them about classes.... I read something about no Street Tire classes, and that would suck...
moxnix
6th July 2010, 15:16
They normally run a paxed street tire class for all the race tire classes (X Class). I am pretty sure this is the street tire class that they will not be running at the event.
Claff
6th July 2010, 16:11
Hmmmm when you get that clarification Dan, pass it along. There's trash talking starting among STS folks on RRAX, but if there's no STS, how can we wager on who'll be DFL?
Just checked the entry form, you can select STS/STR/etc so I don't see a problem with us cheap/lazy street tire folks.
hepcatz
7th July 2010, 08:11
Sweet, I believe that is the event where you can drive through the waves as it is on the beach.
hepcatz
7th July 2010, 08:20
here's a pic
http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t203/orkboyz/GOAT/Auto-X/Seafoaming.jpg
JohnnyZoomNow
7th July 2010, 09:10
I almost passed on this event with all the hot-shoes coming to town, considering this is my novice season. I’ve been convinced its too much fun to pass up and I definitely need the seat time so I’ll be there. I’ll be car #21 and running in STR class.
No worries about the waves taking over part of the course unless a major storm comes up the coast to stir things up right around race day.
MazdaSC
7th July 2010, 10:39
Yeah, I am on it will be there running STR as well.
ButtDyno
8th July 2010, 08:09
Yeah, I am on it will be there running STR as well.
PM'd :)
hepcatz
10th July 2010, 21:59
Results are up for today's CDC event.
here's some pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gohmchin/sets/72157624341934943/
here's some vids: http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmmie#grid/user/1A5C87AB09E7EC97
joenationwide
12th July 2010, 14:14
Results from July 11 WDCR SCCA Autox #4
http://www.wdcr-scca.org/SoloAutocross/EventsAX/SoloChampionship4/Event4Results/tabid/1665/Default.aspx
Lt. Dan - thanks for the co-drive! I think the car was feeling better at the end. I was surprised how soft it felt at first, I could not keep from getting behind. I think after the changes we mid-runs, its a little sharper. Maybe those shocks are too soft? I guess my Stance coilovers are pretty damn good! Just wish my car had the same power yours does. :D
Claff
12th July 2010, 15:03
I'm not too thrilled with 7th out of 9 but PAX shows I wasn't that bad, STS 'round here just happens to be that good. I woulda got real close to Dan if I didn't get that cone in my last run (if if if if).
Lt. Dan
12th July 2010, 16:25
I'll tell you what..... I'm signing up for the next level two school. plain and simple.
hepcatz
12th July 2010, 17:14
It's well worth it.
Claff
12th July 2010, 20:17
I did it in the spring and got quite a bit out of it, although a good chunk of the day was done in a light drizzle.
We signed up & paid for the Virginia Autocross Championship next month so that's something to look forward to.
Night Drives
12th July 2010, 21:09
I did horrible as well, that's what I get for missing 2 events! Oh well, I had a fun time. And at least I got a big smokey 360 in there.
I might do the Level 2 school too if I can.
MazdaSC
14th July 2010, 14:05
I am looking forward to the Virginia Championship, it should be at the very least a change of pace and could certainly use a level 2 school, but probably won't get around to it this season.
Here is my video from WDCR event #4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDsxJVBJL9M
homelessdave
14th July 2010, 14:18
Capital Driving Club (http://www.capitaldrivingclub.com/) is back at James Wood HS this Saturday July 17. Follow the link above and then click the schedule link to register. We got 8 runs at the last event and had a great time.
James Wood HS
161 Apple Pie Ridge Road
Winchester, VA 22603-4309
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtBi1nhSpng
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZzaAc3AW5o
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvR1JEQPaek
mla163
20th July 2010, 13:35
Some familiar people here.
I'm bringing out the new (to me) miata to CDC on 7/31/10 at Woodbridge to see how it runs stockish. I'll be throwing on some tires and suspension eventually, but I need a baseline first.
moxnix
20th July 2010, 13:36
Who?
never heard of you.
:p
NAautoxer
20th July 2010, 19:46
VIR this weekend anyone? ;)
Weekend Warrior
21st July 2010, 13:13
You padocking with us? Us being me, myself and I? Holly may be coming down and I could use some sane friends around. PMF has dumped me for some chick this weekend.......
NAautoxer
21st July 2010, 17:54
oh noes!! yes, we will be paddocking with you, but i am apparently helping in the timing booth.
LittleWhiteShineyHood
21st July 2010, 20:53
Yes, we will be paddocking with you. I will try my best to provide Holly with some exciting chatting!
Yea, well, love aint got nothing to do with it!!! (HEHEHE, PM87, SUCKA)
fourwhls
22nd July 2010, 15:47
here's a pic
http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t203/orkboyz/GOAT/Auto-X/Seafoaming.jpg
That's a picture from the last VAC that we hosted in 2008. A storm hit the coast that weekend and push the bay 1000ft up the ramp.
It was a nightmare of a weekend, but one that I will definitely never forget.
I hope to see some of you out there this year. Unfortunately I will not be in the Miata this year, being that it is "under construction" and I'm "outtatimeANDmoney". I will be sporting a co-drive in a DSP BMW.
We have some killer prizes, awards and givaways. For $60, you get two days of autocross at a phenomenal site, T-shirt, Lunch, Goodie Bags, and the potential to win quite a few prizes.
The Top 16 shootout winner on Saturday afternoon will walk away with a brand new set of Toyo Tires.
Where else are you going to find an autocross deal like this?
Shawn
TSCC Prez
NAautoxer
22nd July 2010, 16:17
i'd love to do this event at least once! haha
Lt. Dan
25th July 2010, 19:02
What's stoppin' you, Joey? I'm registering come next payday...
NAautoxer
26th July 2010, 05:25
time and money. :( i've got so much other stuff on my plate, i REALLY shouldn't be doing the events i'm already doing!
mla163
28th July 2010, 09:01
Capital Driving Club (http://www.capitaldrivingclub.com/) is at Hylton HS in Woodbridge this saturday. This is one of the few events in this neck of VA. It is also close Harbor Freight, so you now have two reasons to go.
The weather should be perfect. If anyone wants to join me, I'll be driving the new miata on stock suspension and tires. 15x9 RS3s will be sitting lonely in my garage. I'd love some pointers on how to drive a momentum car.
Dave V., I'm stealing your car while you're not looking.
moxnix
28th July 2010, 09:24
I might stop by CDC in the afternoon if I get done with setup for the DC event early enough since CDC is about 10 mins from my house.
hepcatz
28th July 2010, 21:21
I'll be there as usual.
NAautoxer
28th July 2010, 21:41
i'd love to, but i'm out on this one..
hepcatz
28th July 2010, 21:45
You are always welcome to co-drive
i'd love to, but i'm out on this one..
potentialmuscle87
28th July 2010, 21:55
i'd co-drive, never auto-x'd before though, i'd probly set the worst-time-of day
NAautoxer
29th July 2010, 05:28
nah, it's not bad. you could co drive my car at an event.
hepcatz
29th July 2010, 09:20
mine too
joenationwide
30th July 2010, 13:02
I know I always wait till the last minute, but any STR guys want a codriver for Fed Ex this Sunday?
You can ride along (as long as your fellow competitors dont mind). :D
I think I helped Lt. Dan with his setup a little bit when I codrove with him (it was too soft!).
Anyway, just thought I'd throw it out there, not sure if anyone will see this before Sunday anyhow.
hepcatz
31st July 2010, 19:03
Had some fun with CDC in Woodbridge today, mazdasc was also there.
pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gohmchin/sets/72157624624395158/
vids: http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmmie#g/c/CC8C9F435B64C4A8
potentialmuscle87
1st August 2010, 20:23
i was gonna come out there today and watch but i went to summit instead to bring my smurf home
homelessdave
2nd August 2010, 08:54
Capital Driving Club (http://www.capitaldrivingclub.com/) is at Hylton HS in Woodbridge this saturday. This is one of the few events in this neck of VA. It is also close Harbor Freight, so you now have two reasons to go.
The weather should be perfect. If anyone wants to join me, I'll be driving the new miata on stock suspension and tires. 15x9 RS3s will be sitting lonely in my garage. I'd love some pointers on how to drive a momentum car.
Dave V., I'm stealing your car while you're not looking.
Mental note... stop leaving key in ignition. You can take it for a spin any time the RA-1s are on it, but I am being stingy with my stickers until I know how long they last. Yes I am that cheap.
homelessdave
2nd August 2010, 09:02
Capital Driving Club (http://www.capitaldrivingclub.com) is back at James Wood HS this Saturday August 7. Follow the link above and then click the schedule link to register. We got 7 long and fast runs at the last event and had a great time. The school also had the lot professionally swept before the last event so the surface is nice a clean.
James Wood HS
161 Apple Pie Ridge Road
Winchester, VA 22603-4309
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpkqyrGHY1s
hepcatz
2nd August 2010, 09:21
Hurray for CDC!
http://potomaclocal.com/style-events/tight-track-improved-driving-skills/
fourwhls
3rd August 2010, 07:53
http://www.claffie.com/photos/vac.jpg
Who's up for this?
http://www.tidewatersportscarclub.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=56&Itemid=203
3 weeks left to sign up!
Our local ES hot shoe is under the assumption that everybody is "scared" of him. We need someone to help "shrink" his head before he is not able to get into his Miata anymore. :D
hepcatz
4th August 2010, 09:22
Anyone going to the Winchester event this Saturday?
homelessdave
4th August 2010, 11:40
Anyone going to the Winchester event this Saturday?
I will be there and so will phranquelynn.
Simmons-Racing
5th August 2010, 23:52
How many STR people do we have around Philly/D.C./NJ ?
Simmons
MazdaSC
7th August 2010, 08:19
In DC our turn out in STR is usually between 12 and 16 cars, with a good mix NA, NB, NC, S2000, MR-2 and BMW's. About 6 of us will be at the VA Autocross Championship.
hepcatz
7th August 2010, 20:23
Vids and photos from today's event with CDC at Winchester.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gohmchin/sets/72157624550713633/
http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmchin#grid/user/935BF19E0064548A
See some of you at Waldorf this upcoming Saturday for more ax fun! I'll have fresh tires and no excuses.
Kate in MD
7th August 2010, 21:57
See some of you at Waldorf this upcoming Saturday for more ax fun! I'll have fresh tires and no excuses.
Don't you mean Bowie??
hepcatz
8th August 2010, 11:09
Yeah, what a let down.
Claff
8th August 2010, 14:51
Had me excitedly double-checking my schedule for a second there. If I wasn't chasing points with BMWCCA I'd probably skip that one, especially with WDCR SCCA the next day.
hepcatz
8th August 2010, 18:27
Yeah back to back events can be rough but still beats work!
joenationwide
9th August 2010, 16:39
Any chance someone going down to the VA Beach autox can bring back some car parts? Someone trailering their car or driving a truck down? Just checking, I need to get some parts from the 757 area.
moxnix
9th August 2010, 16:48
how much stuff and how dirty? I will be taking the protege there and should have some room depending on how much stuff we are talking about.
joenationwide
11th August 2010, 11:27
how much stuff and how dirty? I will be taking the protege there and should have some room depending on how much stuff we are talking about.
Thanks man! But I'm actually buying some Civic body parts (hood, fenders, bumper)...so while they are likely going to be clean, they are really big. Don't think it will fit. Thanks for the offer though!
I think I am just going to drive down there this Saturday to pick up the body parts. Unless someone with a truck is going down to Va Beach and lives in NoVA/MD/DC area so I could come pick them up locally.
MazdaSC
12th August 2010, 11:32
This was certainly my worst performance this season, but I must say it was a learning experience. Moxnix was co-driving and out drove me in my own car, however I didn't get his best runs recorded.
Mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU18WcpHvHk
Moxnix: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHtO-0elMvo
Simmons-Racing
12th August 2010, 23:00
What is the latest I can register tomorrow for DC? I am installing the Ohlins after work, and doing the alignment. Then Saturday I will be racing at Giants Stadium. I need all the seat time I can get in the new ride before Nationals.
Eric
moxnix
12th August 2010, 23:13
11:59 pm Friday night.
Simmons-Racing
13th August 2010, 11:45
11:59 pm Friday night.
Thanks, If everything goes ok with the install I might sign up for Sunday.
Eric
echan
13th August 2010, 18:50
CDC Autocross at James Wood High School, Winchester, VA
The next CDC autox is at James Wood HS in Winchester, VA on Saturday August 21st. Reservations are open to members and non-members. Sign up at capitaldrivingclub.com under the schedule tab.
This is the last time we will be at James Wood HS for 2010 (with our current schedule), so if you want to check out this site, this is the event to sign up. The lot is large and worth the drive, with each participant getting 6 runs (3 in the morning and 3 in the afternoon).
We'll have plenty of hotdogs and sausages, with plenty of free water, gatorade, and sodas.
For any questions, e-mail capitaldriving@yahoo.com
NAautoxer
13th August 2010, 19:46
Oh man.. i wish i could make it. this makes me mad!! my wife is racing with NASA that day at summit. :(
Simmons-Racing
13th August 2010, 22:34
I just signed up for STR Sunday in DC.
Eric
MazdaSC
14th August 2010, 00:06
I just signed up for STR Sunday in DC.
Eric
See you at FedEx, this should be the best STR shootout to date at DC, I would be happy with a top 5 finish this week.
moxnix
14th August 2010, 07:42
I just signed up for STR Sunday in DC.
Eric
It will be nice to see the car before you sell it :D
Lt. Dan
14th August 2010, 14:31
It will be nice to see the car before you sell it :D
ZING!!!!
Dan
(still sad he missed out on an AWD turbo civic hatch)
hepcatz
14th August 2010, 20:16
Vids from today's ax with NCCBMW at Bowie, MD
http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmchin#grid/user/F7DF6F54380575C9
There are just too many events to choose from this month! Add to that the TSCC event, AX Inc's mega run event.
Simmons-Racing
14th August 2010, 20:46
See you at FedEx, this should be the best STR shootout to date at DC, I would be happy with a top 5 finish this week.
It looks like a big turn out in STR, I can't wait.
Eric
Simmons-Racing
14th August 2010, 20:52
Here is a pic.
http://eric71pro.com/photos/ericrallyx/images/5489/640x478.aspx
SpeedTheory
14th August 2010, 21:59
Will it be for sale AT Nationals, or are you going to wait until you get it home?
moxnix
14th August 2010, 22:10
It is already for sale just make the right offer and you can drive it home tomorrow. :D
Simmons-Racing
16th August 2010, 17:22
Here is a video from my 3rd run. I wish we ran in the 4th heat, they got 4 dry runs :(
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcqmgQDgyQY
Simmons
Claff
16th August 2010, 17:47
Here is a video from my 3rd run. I wish we ran in the 4th heat, they got 4 dry runs :(
I ran in the second heat, and got zero dry runs. Could have been better but also could have been a lot worse for me.
#93 STS
Simmons-Racing
16th August 2010, 18:17
I ran in the second heat, and got zero dry runs. Could have been better but also could have been a lot worse for me.
#93 STS
I worked for your heat, I felt bad you guys got 0 dry runs.
Eric
MazdaSC
16th August 2010, 19:33
I am planning a cookout and drive down to VA Beach on Friday for the event at Little Creek. Probably kick things off between 1-2pm and head out from Bristow between 5-6pm. Anyone interested PM me so I can plan for the right number and give you directions. As a heads up I live in Bristow VA just off of Rt 28.
SpeedTheory
16th August 2010, 20:30
Wish I was making it. Both co-drive offers flaked out, so now not going :(.
hepcatz
16th August 2010, 21:23
I was going to go, until I noticed a two day event at Winchester this weekend. 12 runs. NowI need to decide between AX Inc or CDC on 8/28. One is at a great site but $60, the other at a crap site but $25. $10 per run is just really tough to swallow. MazdaSC, I'll be working Friday but have a good cookout!
NAautoxer
16th August 2010, 21:49
after you cone chasers are done playing in the parking lots, why don't you make your way over to summit for some real racing..
ok, i'm just really jealous that i'm the only one NOT on track or wearing a helmet this weekend. :( but seriously, swing by summit and hang out for a while. carrie will be on track instructing and we usually don't leave until about 7pm or 8pm on saturday nights at the track. you may be able to sneak in some free food too.
Lt. Dan
16th August 2010, 22:12
Anybody up for dinner down in VA beach Saturday night? I'm going down Friday morning, so can't make the BBQ friday night...
moxnix
16th August 2010, 22:25
Any idea what the event social on Saturday night is? Will that include food?
Also how bad will traffic be heading out there on Saturday morning? I spent 2+ hours this weekend just driving from Woodbridge to Fredericksburg (a 35 minute drive)
SpeedTheory
16th August 2010, 22:57
Any idea what the event social on Saturday night is? Will that include food?
Also how bad will traffic be heading out there on Saturday morning? I spent 2+ hours this weekend just driving from Woodbridge to Fredericksburg (a 35 minute drive)
**** was really screwed up this weekend. On Friday night (Saturday AM?) they had closed the 395 -> 95S ramp. No big deal, except that my exit is right off of that ramp. So they detour you to 495N. Which had 4/5 lanes closed. I had a 10min drive to make, took me about an hour and a half. Top-down in the Miata with mostly Semis around you with the non-semis switching lanes every 20ft is exciting.
MazdaSC
16th August 2010, 22:58
Any idea what the event social on Saturday night is? Will that include food?
Also how bad will traffic be heading out there on Saturday morning? I spent 2+ hours this weekend just driving from Woodbridge to Fredericksburg (a 35 minute drive)
I am planning on taking 28 to 17 down through Tapahanock and Yorktown then pick up 64 in Hampton bypassing most of traffic plus a much more enjoyable route. My dad lives in Hampton so I have made this treck many times, beats the hell out of gridlock on 95 and 64.
If it weren't beach season the highways are faster, but this time of year every flat tire or speeding ticket causes rubber-necking delays.
BeerBurner
17th August 2010, 06:29
ok, i'm just really jealous that i'm the only one NOT on track or wearing a helmet this weekend. :( but seriously, swing by summit and hang out for a while. carrie will be on track instructing and we usually don't leave until about 7pm or 8pm on saturday nights at the track. you may be able to sneak in some free food too.
Don't feel bad... I have until tomorrow to cancel Summit Point this weekend... and I probably will. :(
BB.
Simmons-Racing
17th August 2010, 07:01
Did anyone take pics of 1st heat at DC on Sunday?
Simmons
potentialmuscle87
17th August 2010, 07:28
i wont be wearing one either joey, wanna do a KTP with me? get a couple hours of karting in saturday night?
Lt. Dan
17th August 2010, 10:30
Did anyone take pics of 1st heat at DC on Sunday?
Simmons
Danny Kao usually takes a butt-load of pics, and so do the Claffe's.... I'm sure there will be stuff up shortly...
fourwhls
17th August 2010, 11:35
Registration for the VAC this weekend closes tomorrow. LAST CHANCE.
http://www.tidewatersportscarclub.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=56&Itemid=203
Still no ES entries.
Weekend Warrior
17th August 2010, 11:57
i wont be wearing one either joey, wanna do a KTP with me? get a couple hours of karting in saturday night?
Tyler and I will kick your arses at Karting (weight penalties imposed). While PMF may have a little bit of girth...PBJ is like a Praying Mantis. Tyler and I will weigh in at around 460......
NAautoxer
17th August 2010, 15:36
HA. go ahead and try. i say a 2 kart 4 person enduro. ahahahaa.
potentialmuscle87
17th August 2010, 15:44
i think joey and i will come in less than 400
potentialmuscle87
17th August 2010, 15:46
im okay at the new course, i was pullin down 50.9-51.5
Weekend Warrior
17th August 2010, 15:48
i think joey and i will come in less than 400
Hence the weight penalties to bring the HP:weight ratio a bit closer.....
potentialmuscle87
17th August 2010, 16:16
so i'd have to go out with 0 weight and joey'd run with 2 blue and a red
Claff
17th August 2010, 16:45
Danny Kao usually takes a butt-load of pics, and so do the Claffe's.... I'm sure there will be stuff up shortly...
I worked the first heat so no pics (well, no pics from me period). Kate was not on site so we have no pictures at all.
The TSCC site says that the Saturday night social (6-8pm) is at a Japanese steakhouse/sushi bar, followed by social & drinks at Paradox Grille. Not sure if I'd be up for either; we might wind up running off to Sonic.
moxnix
17th August 2010, 16:56
They must have updated that today.
Part of me is saying that sounds great. The other part is saying that sounds expensive.
MazdaSC
17th August 2010, 17:00
Does anyone know how they stage the 2 driver cars at TSCC? Just wondering if they handle it any differently than WDCR, I am considering taking on a co-driver.
JohnnyZoomNow
17th August 2010, 19:32
At the other TSCC events the two driver cars are usually first off each heat. The grid worker will stop the line in middle for the second drivers to run. I don’t know if this method will be used at the VAC. I hear all cars in the same class will be running in the same heat. That’s not typical for a TSCC event, so the way two driver cars are handled could be different too.
Weekend Warrior
17th August 2010, 20:14
so i'd have to go out with 0 weight and joey'd run with 2 blue and a red
No, you would end having weight as well unless you weigh 260-275......
potentialmuscle87
17th August 2010, 23:12
ugh no i dont anymore thank god
Lt. Dan
18th August 2010, 06:07
Did anyone take pics of 1st heat at DC on Sunday?
Simmons
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mvkao/collections/72157623735745828/
Danny Kao's picture link
Simmons-Racing
18th August 2010, 07:26
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mvkao/collections/72157623735745828/
Danny Kao's picture link
Yea thanks, I sent him a text last night asking if he had any. I just lowered the car another 1/2" and changed the alignment. Plus I ordered 245/35/17 Toyo R1R's, that should lower it more and help with my 2nd gear out of turns (5spd) I just need to get the OS Gekin before the next Philly event.
Simmons
Claff
18th August 2010, 13:54
Does anyone know how they stage the 2 driver cars at TSCC? Just wondering if they handle it any differently than WDCR, I am considering taking on a co-driver.
Thanks for reminding me. Me and Kate signed up with separate cars but last time I drove her '93 I discovered the clutch starting to slip so I'm kinda hesitant about taking that thing on a long roadie. We'll be sharing Captain Slow instead and I suppose I should mention this to the TSCC brass in case they have to change numbers/gridding.
echan
19th August 2010, 13:54
Following this Saturday (8/21) at Winchester, CDC will be back at the Bowie Baysox Stadium in Bowie, MD on Saturday (8/28). The on-line reservation for this event is now open for members, and will be open for everyone on Friday (8/20).
Lt. Dan
19th August 2010, 22:04
Woot!!! Tow Dolly is in the driveway, ready for the Miata!!! Will be loaded up and on the road to VA beach by 10 am tomorrow!!!
Southwade
19th August 2010, 23:07
I wish i didn't have to work every other weekend... BTW Hi! :D
saint_foo
20th August 2010, 02:39
Following this Saturday (8/21) at Winchester, CDC will be back at the Bowie Baysox Stadium in Bowie, MD on Saturday (8/28). The on-line reservation for this event is now open for members, and will be open for everyone on Friday (8/20).
For those folks in NOVA, this is a decent-sized lot. Mike Moran's been doing a great job designing fun and technical courses this year. Definitely worth checking out if you guys are free Saturday!
Mikey52
20th August 2010, 09:52
Does anyone know if local clubs are strict with regards to a back brace for aluminum seats? Specifically for HPDEs. I just put Ultrashields in my car but I need a harness bar installed prior to putting in back braces. I would love to be able to do an HPDE or 2 before I have to fork out the money for the bar.
hepcatz
21st August 2010, 18:08
pics & vids from event at Winchester
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gohmchin/sets/72157624776048236/
http://www.youtube.com/user/gohmchin#grid/user/97E39CE9E9A0655C
hepcatz
23rd August 2010, 08:00
Had deja vu after running in Winchester again on Sunday. This time with the Mercedes Benz club of greater Washington. Nice group of folks, 6 runs by 2:30PM. Fun course which seemed overly complex on the map but not nearly so driving. Some who did the designing is a fan of roundabouts, lol.
JohnnyZoomNow
23rd August 2010, 08:40
Lt. Dan, Claff, MasdaSC, moxnix, - It was great meeting you guys at the VAC weekend. I know there was at least one more from Northern Va who’s user name I’ve already forgotten :O You guys are fast and I had a lot of fun trying to keep up. Hopefully, I’ll get the car and the driver improved a bit before next years VAC.
I get up to the Mannass area every now and then, I’m going watch your schedule and to try to plan a visit on a weekend when you guys are running so I can come out and play.
Claff
23rd August 2010, 16:49
Me and Kate had a great time in Virginia Beach. I got 5th out of 9 in STS which isn't bad since I never got 100% comfortable with how hard I should have been pushing the car on the concrete on Saturday, and when I decided to throw caution to the wind and just go for it on Sunday I coned 3 out of 4 runs.
Overall it was a great event. Only a couple hang-ups - there was some confusion as we left on Saturday over which run groups would be run when on Sunday. I thought the first Saturday run group would run third on Sunday (basically shifting morning to afternoon) but instead they flipped the four heats on an axis. That worked fine for me, since we got the driest course to run on (27/120 in PAX for me!) but I don't know if those who ran first heat on Sunday expected that. It also messed up some workers, like the guy at station 6 with us on Sunday morning who, halfway through the 2nd heat, realized all the cars he drove with the previous day were moving into grid for the 3rd heat and his car wasn't at all ready to go. He should have worked first heat, but got confused.
I think grid was run kinda haphazardly, especially with us two-driver cars. It seemed like as soon as the car came back we had to scramble to change drivers/check pressures/spray tires/change numbers (messed up there once or twice, we're not used to sharing) and then driver #2 was sent out as soon as he/she was belted in. We were mixed in with single-driver cars rather than the typically more orderly WDCR process. At some point it wouldn't have surprised me if we had already done our four runs before some single-driver cars had gone on a third.
Aside from the above minor gripes, it was a great event. Both me and Kate are happy with our results, and we did OK in the raffle as well (got a new CGlock to replace the one that fell apart on me a couple months ago). Do it again on a weekend where there aren't any SCCA/AI/BMW conflicts up this way and we'll definitely be back.
moxnix
23rd August 2010, 18:14
Overall it was a great event. Only a couple hang-ups - there was some confusion as we left on Saturday over which run groups would be run when on Sunday. I thought the first Saturday run group would run third on Sunday (basically shifting morning to afternoon) but instead they flipped the four heats on an axis. That worked fine for me, since we got the driest course to run on (27/120 in PAX for me!) but I don't know if those who ran first heat on Sunday expected that. It also messed up some workers, like the guy at station 6 with us on Sunday morning who, halfway through the 2nd heat, realized all the cars he drove with the previous day were moving into grid for the 3rd heat and his car wasn't at all ready to go. He should have worked first heat, but got confused.
I think grid was run kinda haphazardly, especially with us two-driver cars. It seemed like as soon as the car came back we had to scramble to change drivers/check pressures/spray tires/change numbers (messed up there once or twice, we're not used to sharing) and then driver #2 was sent out as soon as he/she was belted in. We were mixed in with single-driver cars rather than the typically more orderly WDCR process. At some point it wouldn't have surprised me if we had already done our four runs before some single-driver cars had gone on a third.
You want confusion? During the day I heard both 1/3, 2/4 swap as well as complete flip so Saturday night I asked and was told that they were not switching heats for Sunday and we would run the same heat as Saturday. Think of my shock on Sunday morning to be told that I am running first heat.
**Warning event operations geek mode on**
Grid - As someone who has driven a two driver car with a bunch of different clubs two drivers was not that bad. In the drivers meeting they told all two driver cars to grid at one end of the grid so you should have been with the other two driver cars. With only ~25 cars per heat (~100 drivers over 4 heats) two driver cars are going to be turning over pretty quick. Assuming cars are released about every 30 seconds with ~25 drivers you have 12.5 minutes to get each set of runs off. Figure 45 seconds back to grid and out of the car and 1:30 from release from grid to the start line and 60 seconds on course (all estimates) that is 3.25 Miniutes per person that you are not in grid or 6.5 for the two of you. Now of that 12.5 minutes per set you have about 6 minutes between the two of you in grid so about 3 minutes per person per run. So yeah it is a pretty quick in and out there. Do it a few more times and you start to work out a system of who does what so that you don't forget the numbers that often.
poormxdad
23rd August 2010, 19:50
Lt. Dan, Claff, MasdaSC, moxnix, - It was great meeting you guys at the VAC weekend. I know there was at least one more from Northern Va whos user name Ive already forgotten :O You guys are fast and I had a lot of fun trying to keep up. Hopefully, Ill get the car and the driver improved a bit before next years VAC.
I get up to the Mannass area every now and then, Im going watch your schedule and to try to plan a visit on a weekend when you guys are running so I can come out and play.
Jeez, I was # 192 running my Classic Red daily driver in CSP. Heartfelt apologies for not saying hello, but I didn't check here beforehand. Who did I miss, number and class-wise?
poormxdad
Lt. Dan
23rd August 2010, 20:38
I was the silver NA in STS, #24
moxnix
23rd August 2010, 21:48
Gray RX-8 #90 STX
MazdaSC
23rd August 2010, 22:16
Gray MX-5 STR #14
I was also throw off for the Sunday run order and 2nd registration, but did see later that the handout mentioned the reverse run order. It was still fun so I will certainly be back next year.
hepcatz
23rd August 2010, 22:17
results came out and I got 2nd in class and 11th overall on Sunday.
Claff
24th August 2010, 17:06
Jeez, I was # 192 running my Classic Red daily driver in CSP. Heartfelt apologies for not saying hello, but I didn't check here beforehand. Who did I miss, number and class-wise?
Me and the wife were sharing white/striped #93/#193 STS
http://www.claffie.com/photos/100823-01.jpg
poormxdad
24th August 2010, 17:40
Dammit. I love your car. I need to de-mod some things on mine and get out of CSP. This weekend was the first time I've raced against my own class and not Novices (I'm still a Novice). Had my a$$ handed to me Saturday, but in the rain on Sunday, I was 6 of 14 on my street tires. I LOVE THE RAIN!
poormxdad
NAautoxer
24th August 2010, 18:20
anyone running with trackdaze in october? i think i am..
fourwhls
24th August 2010, 21:51
It was good to meet some of you and put some faces to screen names.
Sorry about the run/work order confusion on Sunday. I know I was a big part of the confusion. The information sheets and details on the web clearly depicted how Sunday was going to be run, but I guess I don't pay attention. I told everybody that we were staying the same on Sunday. Doh!
I ended up getting the wet end of the stick running in the rain during the 2nd heat. I didn't like the fact that it took me out of the running for top pax spot for the weekend, but I am happy that I got the chance to throw on the rain tires and get some practice before Nationals.
I ended up winning DSP and finished 16th overall for the weekend with wet runs on Sunday. I can't be disappointed with that outcome.
Now if I just could have gotten Junior to hit a cone during the Top 16 shootout I would have been really happy. Getting my a$$ handed to me in the final round was tough. I don't mind getting beat, but Junior ran 1.5 seconds faster than his fastest run of the day. What am I supposed to do with that?
I'm sure I'll see you all dodging cones somewhere in the future.
MazdaSC
24th August 2010, 22:22
Lt. Dan, Claff, MasdaSC, moxnix, - It was great meeting you guys at the VAC weekend. I know there was at least one more from Northern Va whos user name Ive already forgotten :O You guys are fast and I had a lot of fun trying to keep up. Hopefully, Ill get the car and the driver improved a bit before next years VAC.
I get up to the Mannass area every now and then, Im going watch your schedule and to try to plan a visit on a weekend when you guys are running so I can come out and play.
JohnnyZoomNow,
By the way I forgot to mention there is a distributor for SSR wheels right in Manassas (PTuning) if you want to order some, but be prepared they are quite pricey. Here is the manufacture website: http://www.ssr-wheels.com/
hepcatz
25th August 2010, 07:54
Anyone going to one of the two ax events this weekend? I know Claff will be at Waldorf. I'll be at one of them.
JohnnyZoomNow
25th August 2010, 08:22
JohnnyZoomNow,
By the way I forgot to mention there is a distributor for SSR wheels right in Manassas (PTuning) if you want to order some, but be prepared they are quite pricey. Here is the manufacture website: http://www.ssr-wheels.com/
Thanks, I looked up the SSR website after we talked. I liked those wheels a lot but not enough to pay over $500 a wheel for them. :eek: I think Ive located a set of similar looking wheels in the right size and offset for $700. I would hope the quality of the SSR wheels is much better to justify the price, but regardless theyre too steep for me. Ive got a lot going on right now but I plan to get the wheels in October.
moxnix
25th August 2010, 12:17
When looking at replica wheels make sure you know the weight of them. Only you can decide how much you are willing to spend for lighter weight but at least know what you are getting before you buy.
Lt. Dan
25th August 2010, 13:00
Anyone going to one of the two ax events this weekend? I know Claff will be at Waldorf. I'll be at one of them.
I'm signed up for the AI event.... Pretty good deal if you ask me!!!
moxnix
25th August 2010, 13:21
I'm signed up for the AI event.... Pretty good deal if you ask me!!!
Out of town this weekend but if I was in town I would be at AI.
joenationwide
25th August 2010, 14:54
I'm signed up for the AI event.... Pretty good deal if you ask me!!!
Did you do anything different to your suspension at VA Beach?
Mikey52
25th August 2010, 15:24
anyone running with trackdaze in october? i think i am..
Are they strict with regards to roll bar clearance? I tried emailing them through their site but it kept failing.
NAautoxer
25th August 2010, 18:40
Are they strict with regards to roll bar clearance? I tried emailing them through their site but it kept failing.
well, i have a hardtop so it doesn't matter for me, but they're not overly strict, but shenandoah is a really technical course and would be easy to roll if you did it wrong.
potentialmuscle87
25th August 2010, 18:44
they arent too bad about it mikey, i ran my NC with the goodwin bar and im about even with the top if not over in a helmet, you should be fine
edit: im also hoping to be there in my 92
SpeedTheory
26th August 2010, 10:18
Thanks, I looked up the SSR website after we talked. I liked those wheels a lot but not enough to pay over $500 a wheel for them. :eek: I think Ive located a set of similar looking wheels in the right size and offset for $700. I would hope the quality of the SSR wheels is much better to justify the price, but regardless theyre too steep for me. Ive got a lot going on right now but I plan to get the wheels in October.
I have some NC-sized SSRs for cheap if someone wants them. 18x7.5, 42 offset. Probably too skinny and tall for most of you autocrossers, but I'd damned near give them away compared to their new price.
joenationwide
26th August 2010, 11:35
well, i have a hardtop so it doesn't matter for me, but they're not overly strict, but shenandoah is a really technical course and would be easy to roll if you did it wrong.
What groups allow you to run with a hardtop but not a rollbar?
Weekend Warrior
26th August 2010, 12:35
The "Knucklehead" group... :)
hepcatz
26th August 2010, 13:02
I believe the particular track can also play a role in the requirements as well besides the club or group holding the event.
ScottFW
26th August 2010, 15:38
What groups allow you to run with a hardtop but not a rollbar?
Almost none, and he does have a roll bar. He just meant that nobody checks head clearance under your roll bar when you have a hardtop on the car, at least not at any HPDE I've been to. Broomstick test would require pulling the hardtop, and nobody bothers to make you do that. When trying to get 120+ cars teched for a weekend, there's just not enough time. Of course, for your own safety it's best if you actually are under the bar...
I'm pretty sure I've seen a thread somewhere on this site about a track event that allowed Miatas to run without a bar. I forget which group and which track it was.
fourwhls
26th August 2010, 16:23
When I ran with NASA-SE at NCCAR, they were letting convertibles w/o roll bars on track.
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